Archive - 20 March 2023

Loke: Open payment system for public transport services besides TnG

Loke: Open payment system for public transport services besides TnG

This will essentially allow commuters to use credit or debit cards.
Monsoon transition phase to begin Thursday - MetMalaysia

Monsoon transition phase to begin Thursday - MetMalaysia

The country will receive weak winds from various directions.
‘Jom Ziarah Gereja’: Yeoh provides statement to police

‘Jom Ziarah Gereja’: Yeoh provides statement to police

Minister says will fully cooperate with investigations.
Johor seeks RM168m to repair roads, infrastructure damaged by floods

Johor seeks RM168m to repair roads, infrastructure damaged by floods

Additional funds needed as there are many affected areas.
Explainer: What does the ICC arrest warrant mean for Putin?

Explainer: What does the ICC arrest warrant mean for Putin?

He's the third world leader to be indicted by ICC while still in power.
Lip Eng files to stay RM2m MonSpace defamation ruling

Lip Eng files to stay RM2m MonSpace defamation ruling

'There are special circumstances that warrant it, pending appeal.'
Dr M serves another Anwar bashing with a dollop of spin

Dr M serves another Anwar bashing with a dollop of spin

Ex-PM appears to take the premier’s words out of context.
Govt to seek data on youths for accurate intervention - minister

Govt to seek data on youths for accurate intervention - minister

These include data on social and health issues, says Yeoh.
Thai PM slips in opinion poll, rival pulls ahead as election looms

Thai PM slips in opinion poll, rival pulls ahead as election looms

Thai King endorses decree to dissolve Parliament.
SME Growth Summit 2023: Grab the Early Bird Offer as low as RM288 till 15th April 2023

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Don't miss this opportunity & Register Now to be part of the Growth Story!
Student group urges UPM to revoke 'unfair' election rules

Student group urges UPM to revoke 'unfair' election rules

GMM says rules go against spirit of campus democracy.
Experience driving on the moon with Sabah potholes, MP says

Experience driving on the moon with Sabah potholes, MP says

PARLIAMENT | 'Holey roads caused many flat tyres, cracked rims.'
Study on Kulim International Airport proposal not finalised - Loke

Study on Kulim International Airport proposal not finalised - Loke

As such, question of ministry rejecting project does not arise.
'Sidelined' by Anwar-led govt, MCA and MIC invited to join PN

'Sidelined' by Anwar-led govt, MCA and MIC invited to join PN

Bersatu leader says the two parties are also not being appreciated by BN.

Cops perform Lahad Datu invasion pantomime

Cops perform Lahad Datu invasion pantomime

KINILENS | 'Police and society will never part' is this year's Police Day theme. 
Muda wants Harapan to end months-long wait on membership bid

Muda wants Harapan to end months-long wait on membership bid

Syed Saddiq says Muda does not want positions, just an answer.

Seremban to be low carbon city by 2027 - mayor

Seremban to be low carbon city by 2027 - mayor

Council wants to adopt more technology.
49 data scientists certified

49 data scientists certified

They posses essential skills such as advanced analytics and AI.
'Campsite legislation needed to prevent Batang Kali tragedy recurrence'

'Campsite legislation needed to prevent Batang Kali tragedy recurrence'

PARLIAMENT | Deputy minister says regulation needed to ensure safety of campsites.
COMMENT | GE15 voting analysis - Part 5: Sarawak electoral swing

COMMENT | GE15 voting analysis - Part 5: Sarawak electoral swing

How religious rhetoric, low turnout affected Sarawak results.
RM596m sukuk fraud: Saifuddin leaves it to MACC to probe his officers

RM596m sukuk fraud: Saifuddin leaves it to MACC to probe his officers

'MACC free to carry out any appropriate investigation.'
T'ganu lifts mask rule at mosques and surau

T'ganu lifts mask rule at mosques and surau

Religious authority made decision based on declining Covid-19 cases.
Forests larger than 3 states combined set to be cleared - group warns

Forests larger than 3 states combined set to be cleared - group warns

Area size of 2.34m hectares make it almost Pahang's size.
3 Activities That May Lead To Trouble This Ramadan

3 Activities That May Lead To Trouble This Ramadan

You might be doing these common activities that can lead to pests infestations in your daily life. Let’s avoid these and don’t let pests put a damper on your Ramadan.
'Jom Ziarah' probe: Cops to call in Yeoh, Chegubard claims conspiracy

'Jom Ziarah' probe: Cops to call in Yeoh, Chegubard claims conspiracy

Not coincidence officers who took their police reports are non-Muslims, Chegubard alleges. 
Four ex-MPs return to Parliament as senators

Four ex-MPs return to Parliament as senators

UPDATED 5.40PM | They are among 16 new senators being sworn in today.
Insurance company ready to join Rahmah initiative - minister

Insurance company ready to join Rahmah initiative - minister

Salahuddin says this is to offer affordable insurance schemes.
Ramasamy: Is Mahathir worried anti-graft net might be cast wider?

Ramasamy: Is Mahathir worried anti-graft net might be cast wider?

This could be impetus behind ex-PM's 'Malay people’s proclamation' plan, he claims. 
Siti Nuramira violated '3R' in comedy routine, witness testifies

Siti Nuramira violated '3R' in comedy routine, witness testifies

Comedy club host also claims to have warned her not to beforehand.
K'tan identifies 15 locations for permanent flood evacuation centres

K'tan identifies 15 locations for permanent flood evacuation centres

Of the total, 12 locations involve state government land.
Budget 2023 from a youth's perspective

Budget 2023 from a youth's perspective

Young people are the nation's assets and are undeniably essential for society's development and progress. The tabled National Budget 2023 shows that the government has suggested several initiatives to support youth development.
Anwar tears when watching Lahad Datu intrusion pantomime

Anwar tears when watching Lahad Datu intrusion pantomime

The 30-minute performance was held in conjunction with today's Police Day.
Pahang regent visits Greenpeace's Rainbow Warrior

Pahang regent visits Greenpeace's Rainbow Warrior

The yacht is currently moored at Port Klang.
Lip Eng hits RM2.25m fundraising target to pay damages

Lip Eng hits RM2.25m fundraising target to pay damages

MP calls on supporters to stop donating, assures accountability. 
Accused of 'going against Quran', PKR queries Hadi's stand on Constitution

Accused of 'going against Quran', PKR queries Hadi's stand on Constitution

PAS chief forgot oath to defend Constitution, Amidi says.
Former Ops Lalang detainee's daughter reminds Dr M of dictatorial past

Former Ops Lalang detainee's daughter reminds Dr M of dictatorial past

‘No moral authority, unrepentant and a national embarrassment’.
Vast majority of disabled drug addicts treated 'in-community'

Vast majority of disabled drug addicts treated 'in-community'

PARLIAMENT | Only 85 out of 70k of such patients receive treatment in AADK centres - deputy minister. 
PSM raises fist in support after Anwar puts foot down

PSM raises fist in support after Anwar puts foot down

Party leader Arutchelvan however warns that Zahid is PM's 'biggest weakness'.
Mamee Monster evokes childhood nostalgia with limited edition retro design packs

Mamee Monster evokes childhood nostalgia with limited edition retro design packs

Mamee Monster, the country’s best known and loved homegrown noodle snack is taking a trip down memory lane with the 1970s version of the brand’s famous blue Mamee Monster making a return this month.
COMMENT | Why supply chain issues do not cause inflation

COMMENT | Why supply chain issues do not cause inflation

While there is some correlation, wrong to say supply chain kinks are a primary cause of inflation.

Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara advancing cancer care through first in Asia Pacific Nuclear Medicine System and Comprehensive Oncology Facility

Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara advancing cancer care through first in Asia Pacific Nuclear Medicine System and Comprehensive Oncology Facility

Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara (THKD), one of the leading private hospitals in Malaysia today launched its latest comprehensive cancer facility, Oncology and Nuclear Medicine @ Thomson Hospital - providing both diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities for cancer patients.
Indira Gandhi files to nullify 8 states' unilateral conversion laws

Indira Gandhi files to nullify 8 states' unilateral conversion laws

Suit argues state laws are unconstitutional, go against 2018 Federal Court ruling.
'There's nothing': Nik Nazmi on past govt's climate act

'There's nothing': Nik Nazmi on past govt's climate act

'When I took office, I tried to look at what’s there.'
Johor sets new trend on ruler's order - opposition to be called 'balancer'

Johor sets new trend on ruler's order - opposition to be called 'balancer'

This is to underscore their role in holding the state govt accountable.
Goldman Sachs settlement: Muhyiddin was too generous - Dr M

Goldman Sachs settlement: Muhyiddin was too generous - Dr M

'Goldman Sachs should have paid more than what Muhyiddin agreed to.' 
Why Transitions Matter

Why Transitions Matter

The International School of Kuala Lumpur is an educational institution built upon the ethics of understanding transition, whether it be between countries, grades, departments, or campuses.
Puteri Wangsa rep calls for equal allocations for all assemblypersons

Puteri Wangsa rep calls for equal allocations for all assemblypersons

UPDATED 10.07AM | Amira Aisya also suggests that state assembly debates be live-streamed.
Kim calls for nuclear attack readiness against US, South Korea

Kim calls for nuclear attack readiness against US, South Korea

'Nuclear force will strongly deter, control and manage enemy's reckless moves.'
Justice ministers meet in London to build support for International Criminal Court

Justice ministers meet in London to build support for International Criminal Court

This comes after the court issues an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin.
YOURSAY | Improve economy and everyone will be happy

YOURSAY | Improve economy and everyone will be happy

'Unhappy Malays need to give Anwar's leadership a chance.'
COMMENT | Drivel begins to gush from Dr M

COMMENT | Drivel begins to gush from Dr M

Mahathir targets Anwar with the Sten, rather than a scalpel.
COMMENT | Will Anwar confront religious extremism?

COMMENT | Will Anwar confront religious extremism?

People need a leader who will fight back to inspire confidence. 
Umno polls show grassroots support Anwar-led unity govt: Zahid

Umno polls show grassroots support Anwar-led unity govt: Zahid

He says delegates have clearly rejected efforts to undermine the current govt.
Anwar and Dr M roles reversed

Anwar and Dr M roles reversed

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